SpaceX

SpaceX, or Space Exploration Technologies Corp., is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company founded by Elon Musk in 2002. Its primary objective is to reduce space transportation costs to enable the colonization of Mars. SpaceX is known for developing the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as the Dragon spacecraft, which transports cargo and crew to the International Space Station (ISS).

The company has pioneered reusable rocket technology, achieving significant milestones in reusability that have transformed the economics of space launch. SpaceX has also been involved in ambitious projects such as the Starship, intended for missions to Mars and beyond, and the Starlink satellite constellation, which aims to provide global internet coverage. As a key player in the commercial space industry, SpaceX has established partnerships with NASA and other organizations, contributing to the growth of the private space sector and advancing human space exploration capabilities.